Ooltewah Excavation Contractor Experts
From grading to land clearing, we deliver honest, high-quality site work for Ooltewah homes, farms, and commercial properties.
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Services We Provide in Ooltewah, TN
Local Excavation Services in Ooltewah, TN
Ooltewah is one of those areas where good site work really matters. Between growing neighborhoods, new commercial projects, rolling terrain, and larger rural properties, every job needs a plan that fits the land. At Smith Grading LLC, we help homeowners, builders, developers, and property managers in Ooltewah get clean, solid, build-ready results without the runaround.
We are a family-owned excavation company based in the Chattanooga area, and our team brings 45 years of combined hands-on experience. We are also a third-generation operation, so this work is not new to us. We believe in being upfront from day one. That means honest recommendations, clear communication, and no pushing services you do not need.
Excavation and grading work built for Ooltewah properties
In Ooltewah, proper grading and excavation can make the difference between a smooth project and long-term drainage or access problems. We look at slope, soil conditions, water flow, site access, and the end use of the property before we start. Our goal is to leave you with a site that is safe, usable, and ready for the next phase.
We provide same-day quotes or site visits for many projects, so you can move faster when timing matters.
- Excavation and grading for residential and commercial sites
- Land clearing for new construction, expansion, and overgrown lots
- Retention pond construction
- Detention pond construction
- Site prep for builders, developers, and property owners
- Drainage-focused grading to help manage runoff and water issues
Why customers in Ooltewah choose Smith Grading LLC
When you hire an excavation contractor, you want quality work and straight answers. That is exactly how we run our business. We are licensed and insured, and we take pride in doing the job right the first time. Our customers appreciate that we are transparent about what the work involves and that we work hard to avoid surprise change orders.
- Family-owned company with personal service
- 45 years of combined team experience
- Third-generation operator
- Licensed and insured
- High-quality grading and excavation work
- Honest, open communication from start to finish
We work with general contractors, land developers, residential homeowners, commercial property owners, property management companies, and real estate agents. Whether you need a house pad cut in, land cleared, or a retention or detention pond built, we bring the same attention to detail to every job.
Serving Ooltewah and nearby communities
We proudly serve Ooltewah and surrounding parts of Hamilton County. If your property is near areas like Collegedale, Apison, Harrison, or the greater Chattanooga side of the county, there is a good chance we can help. Our service area covers about a 45-mile radius centered on Harrison, TN.
If you are planning a project in Ooltewah, call Smith Grading LLC at (423) 505-5352. We can talk through your job, set up a site visit, and help you get a clear plan in place. You can also reach out through our website form to request a quote. We would be glad to earn your business.
What to expect when you work with us
- Fast communication and a straightforward quote
- 50% deposit for mobilization and materials
- 50% due upon completion
- A small, experienced crew that takes pride in the finished product
If you need excavation, grading, land clearing, or pond construction in Ooltewah, let’s get your project moving. Contact Smith Grading LLC today to schedule your quote.
Trusted for excavation done right
See why homeowners, builders, and property owners count on clean work, clear pricing, and solid results.
"He does real good driveway work. He is a awesome guy to get to do what u need."
"Cody did a great job was on time every day and went above and beyond my expectations."
"Cody and his team are terrific. We are talking clearing a 1/4 mile road putting in gravel and a culvert which got him to the 8 acres of forest to clear for 3 houses. Oh then he cleared the path and laid the conduit for electric to the houses. Cody got high praise from one of the home construction PMs as well as the chief engineer of the electric utility. We were blessed to have him as our "dirt guy." See before and after on one small section of road then views of cleared homesites."
"I would recommend Smith Grading to anyone who needs excavation or site work done. They filled in my pool and planted grass. Came when they said and worked hard getting it finished."
"Cody was able to plot out and dig a drainage ditch for me several months ago. I was experiencing detrimental runoff from rain and living on a hill. My septic tank was being unearthed, a huge ditch was about to wipe out my deck stairs not to mention an enormous loss of soil . His plan was exactly what was needed!! His work has most definitely made a difference in what’s happening in my yard! It’s finally looking like it’s back to normal with new growth! This company saved my yard and saved me a ton of money!!!! I highly recommend!!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻"
"We reached out to Cody and Darrell concerning a drainage issue on the back of our property and we are so glad we did. They were able to advise us on the solution with a quote and time frame. They delivered nice equipment the day before the work schedule. They arrived promptly, got straight to work and solved our problem the same day. We appreciate their professionalism, fair pricing & quality job. Highly recommend!"
"Cody and his crew do amazing work! Such a nice and tidy finish on our forestry mulching project!"
"Cody did a great job"
"Cody with smith grading is an operator and does not waste time. He is honest and easy to work with. I would recommend Smith Grading for your dirt work needs."
"I’ve hired Cody for multiple grading/clear out jobs for my business over the last year. Cody is transparent, honest, hard working with great communication. I will never use another company outside Smith Grading!! 10/10"
"Wonderful experience! Cody is very professional, knowledgeable & gets the job done in a timely manner! Thanks to Smith Grading! Highly recommend for all your excavating needs and projects!"
"Wonderful experience using smith grading Cody is very knowledgeable and does exactly what he says he’s going to do."
"Smith grading came and cleared a couple acres for me. He was very professional and thorough"
"Smith grading does excellent work! I’d definitely recommend them to anyone in need of dirt work."
"Cody got my job done precisely to my specifications and in a timely manner when I was on a time crunch. Even the rates were competitive and I didn’t feel like I was being taken advantage of. Highly recommend and will use their services again!"
"I hired Cody based on local's recommendations. I'm glad I did. Cody is a young, very likeable person. Cody came to my home to discuss the project, agreed to the project scope and costs. The project consisted of excavating an existing drainage ditch that was full of rocks and debris to the extent is was not functional and installing 18" HDPE double-walled culvert. The end result is excellent. Not only do I now have a fully functional drainage system, but I also have more useable land which increases the value of my home. I fully recommend Cody Smith LLC."
"Cody did a great job removing trees and debris. Easy to work with, we would absolutely use him again in the future."
"Needed a spot leveled out on a sloped yard. He showed up an hour and a half early, tackled it with no problem. Would hire again!"
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Call Smith Grading LLC now for fast, dependable excavation and grading in Chattanooga.